2026 NPPES data Family Medicine Physician NPI 1164718813 MD
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THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD

Family Medicine Physician in MISSOULA, Montana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
4K
Medicare Part D claims · 197 beneficiaries · Family Medicine Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
92%
generic claims · 8% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 3,722 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

100/100
MIPS score · +17 vs avg
4K
Part D claims, 2023
92%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

100 Top 7% higher than 93% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2011

NPI 1164718813

Primary specialty

Family Medicine Physician

High-volume

147,640 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,722 9% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 3,418

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Montana

How Family Medicine Physician compares to other specialties among Montana providers

Montana providers

Family Medicine Physician share within Montana

1. Family Medicine Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Family Medicine Physician share within Montana

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Family Medicine Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
100/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Family Medicine Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Family Medicine Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Family Medicine Physician provider holding MD credentials at 2831 FORT MISSOULA RD STE 302, MISSOULA, MT, 59804, with a listed phone of (406) 493-1600. NPI 1164718813 was issued on 06/21/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FRANDSEN most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 3,722 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 197 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $252K in drug spend, split 8% brand-name and 92% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.8%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 100/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Family Medicine Physician is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 147,640 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 3,418 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

2831 FORT MISSOULA RD STE 302
MISSOULA, MT 59804

Provider Details

NPI 1164718813
Specialty Family Medicine Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/21/2011

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

MISSOULA FAMILY MEDICINE PLLC
MISSOULA, MT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD — brand share 8.0%
Specialty average (est.)

8% brand-name claims vs 92% generic, on 3,722 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

3,722
Total Claims
$252K
Total Drug Cost
197
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
8,256
Total Day Supply
239,639
Brand vs Generic
8% brand / 92% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$189K
Generic Drug Cost
$62K
Opioid Claims
140 (3.8% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
113

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.83
Gender Split
42% female / 58% male
Age Distribution
<65: 15, 65-74: 95, 75-84: 70, 85+: 17

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
255
Levothyroxine Sodium
143
Losartan Potassium
130
Amlodipine Besylate
127
Gabapentin
124
Lisinopril
120
Tamsulosin Hcl
114
Hydrochlorothiazide
104
Pantoprazole Sodium
101
Rosuvastatin Calcium
85

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Family Medicine Physician Overview

How THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD fits within the Family Medicine Physician landscape nationally.

147,640
Family Medicine Physician Providers in US
56
States with Family Medicine Physician
3,418
Avg Claims per Provider

THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's 3,722 claims are above the specialty average of 3,418.

Nearby Family Medicine Physician Providers in Montana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Montana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as FRANDSEN.

Compare Family Medicine Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's specialty?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD specializes in Family Medicine Physician and practices in MISSOULA, Montana. Credentials: MD.
How much does THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD wrote 3,722 Medicare Part D claims totaling $252K in drug costs for 197 beneficiaries.
What is THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's Medicare quality score?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (Quality: 100). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD located?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD is located at 2831 FORT MISSOULA RD STE 302, MISSOULA, MT, 59804. Phone: (406) 493-1600.
What is THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's NPI number?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164718813, issued on 06/21/2011.
Does THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's prescribing is 8% brand-name and 92% generic drugs by claim count, with $189K in brand drug costs.
Does THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD had 140 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.8%.
How many Family Medicine Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 147,640 Family Medicine Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Family Medicine Physician provider writes 3,418 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Levothyroxine Sodium, Losartan Potassium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD accept Medicare?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,722 Part D claims and 197 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's credentials?
THOMAS FRANDSEN, MD's NPI is 1164718813 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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